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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Esplanade hotels

Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

1. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. "
Australia
Scott
The price is NT$996
NT$1,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
CJ Residence
City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

2. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is NT$938
NT$1,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Living area

3. Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Friendly staff and cozy comfy beds - would definitely stay again "
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is NT$493
NT$690 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Signel Hostel
Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

4. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Room was very clean. I enjoyed the stay and had good sleep before climbing Mount Kinabalu. I would like to recommend this hotel to others."
Japan
Yuta
The price is NT$1,255
NT$1,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

5. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is NT$1,094
NT$1,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
2 outdoor pools

6. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Reasonable price and convenient."
Malaysia
Ong
The price is NT$1,301
NT$1,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Outdoor pool

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is NT$2,918
NT$3,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

8. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Everything was perfect and we enjoyed our stay very much. A special mention deserves the staff ,everyone we encountered was genuinely very kind and happy to help and make our stay memorable. The breakfast was amazing. Also the pool was very nice."
United Kingdom
Ines
The price is NT$4,337
NT$4,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

9. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is NT$2,579
NT$3,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Breakfast area

10. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is NT$1,380
NT$1,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
The Klagan Hotel
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

11. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great gym and pool amenities. Dining set menu in the restaurant was fantastic!"
Australia
Leila
The price is NT$3,943
NT$4,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant

12. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Hotel staff and facilities were excellent. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal—wonderful, personalized service from Encik Fauzi and the rest of the team and a wide selection of food options, including many local favorites!"
United States
Paul
The price is NT$6,940
NT$7,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (115 reviews)
"Kind staff, great location, basic but confortable room."
Canada
valerie
The price is NT$584
NT$818 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Hotel O Five 2
Minimalist King Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

14. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (24 reviews)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is NT$921
NT$1,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
Reception

15. Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (90 reviews)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
The price is NT$717
NT$932 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Hotel DeLeeton
Property entrance

16. Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Recommended to bring family stay at the hotel. Convenience and comfortable. Apart from that, it is such a strategic place to find place to eat."
Malaysia
nancy
The price is NT$2,032
NT$2,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

17. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (616 reviews)
"Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly."
Malaysia
Murray
The price is NT$4,811
NT$5,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

18. Walk In Hotel

Walk In Hotel
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (12 reviews)
"Nice and convenient.. great location"
Malaysia
Bahrinizam
The price is NT$1,041
NT$1,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Walk In Hotel
View from property

19. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is NT$1,413
NT$1,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
LCD TV

20. Seaview Capsule Hotel

Seaview Capsule Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (30 reviews)
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Singapore
Maria Ariane
The price is NT$568
NT$828 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Seaview Capsule Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

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Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
CJ Residence
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
52 reviews
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City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
96 reviews
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Living area
Signel Hostel
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
20 reviews
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Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay, convenient located at central with most thing walking distance, special shout out to front desk staff Wayne for being so helpful, if we ever return to KK will definitely stay here"
Pei Eik 5-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

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Oceanus Waterfront Mall

7.6/10 (15 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is located in Pusat Bandar. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 358 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Adjacent to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Expedia has 358 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade.
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What can I see and do near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Enjoy the outdoors at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, or Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Downbelow Adventure Centre, Aquascape Center, and Water World Theme Park.